Wednesday, April 22, 2020 – 1:30-3:00 pm
Siting Utility-Scale Solar Projects Webinar

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P7or5bm5SZO_sXPj1EEUKg

As solar energy becomes more viable, some municipalities have discovered their zoning codes do not address all the issues that may arise. The siting of a utility scale solar facility often requires that the solar developer apply for a zoning variance or a special use permit. In addition to engineering and environmental review, boards should consider the various legal aspects of such applications, including the necessity for decommissioning bonds and security, landowner authorizations, timing requirements and the sensitivities of neighboring property owners. Towns may also wish to explore the requirement of a Payment in Lieu of Tax Agreement (PILOT) for the various taxing jurisdictions. This presentation will focus on the unique factors that should be thoroughly evaluated in the SEQRA, zoning and legal review processes.

SPEAKERS:
Stephen LeFevre, Senior Managing Hydrogeologist, Barton & Loguidice, www.bartonandloguidice.com and John Langey, Esq, Costello, Cooney, & Fearon, PLLC, www.ccf-law.com

This training was originally scheduled for the March 26 Local Government Conference. Once completed, the webinar will be added to other presentations scheduled for that day and can be found here: https://www.tughill.org/services/training/local-government-conference/2020-conference-presentations/